ASCOTRAN® L44 is a ready-to-use liquid, water-soluble corrosion inhibitor designed for ferrous and non-ferrous metals in contact with neutral-to-alkaline aqueous solutions.

Chemical Name: Triethanolamine (TEA)

CAS Number: 102-71-6

Chemical Family: Amines

Labeling Claims: Borates-free, Boron-free, Molybdate-free, Nitrite-free, Non-Flammable, Not Listed In California Proposition 65, Organic, Phosphorus-free, Silicate-free, VOC-free

Certifications & Compliance: DNV GL Certified, ISO 9001, SARA 313

Synonyms: 2-(Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amino)ethanol, 2,2',2''-nitrilotris(ethanol), Nitrilo-2,2',2''-Triethanol, Nitrilotriethanol, TEOA, Triethanolamine, Tris(2-Hydroxyethyl)Amine, Tris(Beta-Hydroxyethyl)Amine, Tris(Β-Hydroxyethyl)Amine, Trolamine

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Identification & Functionality

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Chemical Name
Cleaning Ingredients Functions
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Chemical Nature

Aqueous preparation made of organic acid salts.

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Fluids & Lubricants Features
HII Features
Product Features
  • Water-soluble liquid.
  • High level of protection of aluminium and alloys in contact with alkaline solutions.
  • Prevents flash corrosion on steel.
  • Protects efficiently copper and alloys.
  • Delivers additionnal lubricating properties.
  • Free from boron, phosphorous, molybdate, silicate or nitrite.
  • Partly made of bio-based components.

Applications & Uses

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Applications
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Fluids & Lubricants Type
Fluids & Lubricants End Use
I&I Cleaning Applications
Use Level
0.5 - 2% (Depending on the solution pH and nature.)
Dosage

Can be directly added to the solution to be treated, without any pre-mix or neutralization step.

  • Range of pH : 6.5 - 12
Product Application

Mainly used for :

  • Neutral or alkaline metal cleaners or degreasers
  • Water-soluble lubricants, cutting oils or grinding fluids used during metal-working procedures

Properties

Physical Form
Soluble In
Appearance
Yellow to amber limpid liquid
Miscible in
Water, Alcohols, Glycols
Soluble in
Water
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density (at 20°C)1.1 - 1.14--
Viscosity (at 20°C)550 - 650cPs-
pH Pure (at 20°C)8.5 - 9.1--
Freezing Pointmax. -5°C-

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Chemical Inventories

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Supplied by
Packaging Information
  • Plastic pail of 30kg net.
  • Metal drum of 200kg net.
  • IBC of 1000 kg net.
Transport

No specific condition for transport. Weight and packaging size (off-pallet) :

  • Pail : 1.5kg - Ø30, H50
  • Drum : 15kg - Ø60, H90
  • IBC : 70kg - L120, l100, H120

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
2 Years
Storage and Shelf Information
  • Ideal temperature conditions: 5 to 30°C.
  • Exposure: avoid direct exposure to sunlight.
  • Expiration: 2 years in its original sealed drum, in the storage conditions described above. With time, the colour of the product may turn darker, but it does not modify its properties.